Detox water and its benefits

So you have probably heard about detox water or if you haven't no worries i will tell you something about it. Well, you may be asking what it is and why i need to talk about it.

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Detox water is water infused with flavours of fruits, vegetables and herbs. It is also referred to as fruit infused water
Ordinary water is usually boring and this makes it hard to consume the recommended 8 glasses which is about 1.5 litres.
Staying hydrated can be fun when you choose to add flavours and spice up your water.

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There are several fruits, vegetables and herbs that can be infused in the water to give it a better taste. These include: lemon, mint leaves, ginger, cucumber, grape fruit, water melon cayenne pepper, straw berries, lime and many others.
The combination of these ingredients gives the detox water different flavours.

Benefits of detox water
The greatest benefit is attributed to water itself and other benefits depend on the strength of the ingredients.

Weight loss
It reduces on the amount of food consumed and also reduces hunger therefore one consumes less food reducing on the calories consumed.
Detox water raises the metabolic rate and this burns more calories.
Thus for individuals trying to loose weight should include detox water as part of their plan.

Skin health
Detox water flashes out toxins from the skin and the entire body, it also keeps the skin hydrated and thus reduces the risk developing acne which improves the skin complexion.

Immune function
Fruits and herbs contain antioxidants and bio active components which play various roles in boosting the immunity. Detox water also contains anti inflammatory Components.

Digestive Health
Detox water maintains regular bowel movement as the food easily moves through the gut and thus prevents constipation.

Improves mood
Dehydration affects the mood resulting into less concentration and headaches. Detox water promotes concentration and thus makes one happier and calmer.

pH balance
Detox water balances the pH of the body and thus reduces the acidity of the body and maintaining a slightly alkaline pH which reduces toxicity with in the body.

There are a number of nutrients and minerals in the detox water forexample viatamin B, Vitamin C magnesium, zinc, Niacin Folate and many other nutrients that are very essential for the health of the body.

I hope this was help ful and Thank you for reading, and lets keep the conversation going through the comment section.

With love,
Dorothy